Tag: Healthcare
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The Surgeon General Wants Cancer Warnings on Alcohol. Congress may Stand in the Way.
When you walk into a liquor store, you’ll see bottles adorned with elegant labels describing the hints of oak, the floral notes, and the smooth finishes of their contents. But what you won’t see, at least in the U.S., is a cancer warning. Dr. Vivek Murthy, the U.S. Surgeon General, is trying to change that.…
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When Billionaires Shape Policy, Vulnerable Children Pay the Price
The U.S. government’s recent decision to exclude funding for pediatric cancer research from a critical spending bill isn’t just a budgetary adjustment—it’s a stark example of what happens when outsized influence intersects with public policy. At the center of this controversy sits Elon Musk, whose vocal opposition to the original spending bill on X (formerly…
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Is Ozempic the Miracle Weight-Loss Drug or a $1,000-a-Month Healthcare Time Bomb?
Medications once reserved mostly for managing diabetes have recently become a beacon of hope for millions struggling with obesity, yet the financial and practical hurdles associated with these treatments continue to loom large. GLP-1 receptor agonists like Ozempic (semaglutide) have shown dramatic results in helping people lose weight, sparking excitement among patients, doctors, and an…
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Canada’s Opioid Crisis: A Growing Emergency with Local and National Impacts
Canada’s opioid crisis continues to escalate, leaving a profound impact on communities across the nation. Fueled by the prevalence of synthetic opioids like fentanyl, the crisis has led to alarming rates of overdose deaths, hospitalization, and societal disruption. While national and local efforts aim to address the issue, challenges persist, and the human toll is…
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Luigi Mangione: From Ivy League Star to Accused CEO Assassin – The Tragic Story Behind One of Millions Victimized by the For-Profit Healthcare System
While the murder of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO is a brutal and heartbreaking loss for his family and friends, the story of the alleged murderer reveals a life consumed by pain, suffering, and the circumstances that led to an unthinkable act. Luigi Mangione was once a promising young man with an Ivy League education, a sharp intellect,…
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